Psychological Service Coordinator

Exempt

General Definition of Work

Performs difficult professional work planning, organizing and coordinating the School Psychology program. Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Student Safety & Well-being, provides supervision over school psychologists, assists with leadership and administrative responsibilities for the department and related work as apparent or assigned, makes decisions about prioritization and placement of psychological services and management of performance. The Psychological Services Coordinator provides consultation and problem solving to school psychologists and district level personnel regarding matters that impact student success. Reports to the Director of Student Safety & Well-being.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary

State Salary Schedule plus 10% supplement for coordinator role

Reports to

Director of Student Safety & Well-being

Essential Functions

• Coordinates the district Psychological Services program (PLC, needs assessment, NC Standards of School Psychology, Assessment, EC Testing, etc.)
• Participates in the school psychologist recruitment, hiring, and evaluation processes
• Creates and communicates observation and evaluation schedule of school psychologists
• Serves as contributing evaluator and supervisory consultant for school psychologists, to include regular school visits and check in opportunities with school psychologist personnel
• Supports lead school psychologists through leadership team meetings and organizational planning
• Collaborates with lead psychologists and Director of Student Safety & Well-being to develop vision, goals and objectives for school psychological services program
• Organizes staff meetings, creates agendas, oversees meeting notes, coordinates professional development workshops
• Regularly monitors data related to psychological services to evaluate necessary programmatic adjustments and provides updates to Director of Student Safety & Well-being as requested
• Supports the work of Exceptional Children and tiered problem-solving across the district
• Serves on various district and community level committees as assigned
• Adheres to the values and ethics of the school psychology profession

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods, and techniques used in the special education process for diagnostic and evaluative procedures
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state mandate and local procedures and regulations relating to special education program
• Ability to express ideas clearly and accurately orally and in writing

• Ability to maintain detailed records
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and related hardware and software
• Ability to learn specialized equipment and software based on district needs
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates, parents, community agencies, and the general public
• Knowledge of relevant public school law, ethics, and professional standards for school psychology work and support services
• Ability to advocate appropriately and professionally for understanding and support on issues that directly impact the effectiveness of school psychology practice and the high-level needs of vulnerable students
• Demonstrates expertise in leadership skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex problems
• Strong organizational skills and strong attention to details
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization

Education and Experience

• Master’s/Advanced degree in school psychology, or related field and moderate experience working as a school psychologist, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. At least 5 years of experience in school psychology, preferably at multiple levels, with at least 3 years of experience as a CCS school psychologist.

Special Requirements

• School Psychology license
• Applicable training will be provided
• Valid drivers license in the State of North Carolina

Physical Requirements

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of
• Work regularly requires speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions, frequently requires sitting and occasionally requires standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting.
• Work has standard vision
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.